visual effect
[ˈvɪʒuəl ɪˈfɛkt]
nounpl: visual effects
efeito visual
1. A technique used in film, television, and digital media to create imagery that cannot be captured by traditional cinematography or live-action filming
The movie used stunning visual effects to create the alien spaceship.
O filme usou efeitos visuais impressionantes para criar a nave alienígena.
2. Computer-generated imagery (CGI) or practical effects applied during post-production to enhance or manipulate scenes
The action sequence required extensive visual effects work to make it believable.
A sequência de ação exigiu um extenso trabalho de efeitos visuais para torná-la credível.
3. Any optical or digital manipulation designed to create a specific aesthetic or illusion on screen
The director used visual effects to age the actor by 50 years.
O diretor usou efeitos visuais para envelhecer o ator em 50 anos.
Visual effects is a cornerstone of modern Hollywood filmmaking and has become increasingly important in Brazilian and Portuguese film industries. The term 'VFX' is widely used internationally as an abbreviation in professional settings across both English and Portuguese-speaking countries. Brazil has a growing VFX industry, with São Paulo being a major hub for visual effects studios. The term reflects the globalization of film technology and terminology.
Related Idioms & Phrases
visual effects extravaganza
state-of-the-art visual effects
cutting-edge visual effects
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